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National Funeral Directors Association: Statement on Inclusivity During the NFDA International Convention & Expo

For Immediate Release: March 31, 2015

The National Funeral Directors Association is deeply committed to providing an inclusive environment for all our events. NFDA represents the largest network of funeral professionals in the world; the great diversity of our association and the events we host make NFDA a strong and vital organization.

We will work diligently to ensure the thousands of funeral professionals from throughout the country and around the world who attend our 2015 International Convention & Expo feel welcome and are able to fully enjoy our event as they have for generations.

NFDA Members to Share Thoughts on Association’s Future Direction

Posted: March 30, 3015

Taking time to their evaluate mission, structure and operations is something associations should do on a regular basis to ensure they are best meeting members' needs. To ensure NFDA is able to uphold a standard of excellence in service to you, it will hold a meeting, "Vision for the Future," at the end of April. There, 35 leaders within the profession will proactively examine NFDA's governance structure to determine whether it is effectively and efficiently designed to support the association's mission and vision for the future of funeral service. During the last 133 years, NFDA has ensured that hundreds of thousands of funeral directors have had access to products and services that help them serve their families with the highest degree of excellence. We look forward to an engaging dialogue next month so that NFDA can continue to serve you for another 133 years.

NFDA to Offer Four Cremation Certification Programs in April

Join us for one of the four NFDA Certified Crematory Operator (CCO) programs that will be conducted in April; programs will be held in Utah, Minnesota, Pennsylvania and Colorado. NFDA's cremation certification program was developed for all funeral professionals – not just operators – and, with the increasing rate of cremation, it's more important than ever for you to be fully prepared to serve families that choose cremation.

Professional Women’s Conference: Hotel Deadline is Thurs., April 2

The hotel reservation deadline for the 2015 NFDA Professional Women's Conference is quickly approaching. This annual conference, which will take place April 24-26 at the brand new Loews Hotel in downtown Chicago, will bring together funeral directors, educators, expert presenters and suppliers in a unique, intimate gathering to generate new ideas, foster professional growth and create lasting friendships. Hotel reservations must be made by this Thursday, April 2. For details about the conference and information about how to register and make hotel reservations, visit www.nfda.org/pwc.

Brookfield, Wis. – Created especially for small to mid-size funeral home businesses, the new National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) Business Conference will arm funeral professionals with updated, essential business knowledge and tools to ensure growth, profitability and financial strength. It will be held May 6-7 at the association's headquarters in Brookfield, Wis.